Tag: ATAG

Global Aviation: 65.5 Million Jobs and $2.7 Trillion in Economic Activity

Reading Time: 2 minutes The global air transport sector supports 65.5 million jobs and $2.7 trillion in global economic activity, according to new research released by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG). The report, Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders, explores the fundamental role civil aviation plays for today’s society and addresses the economic, social and environmental impacts of this global […]

Aviation CO2 Emissions to Be Dealt With Next Year at ICAO

Reading Time: 2 minutes At the conclusion of the COP21 Climate Talks in Paris 12 December 2015 , the aviation sector, represented by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) made the following statement: “The Paris Agreement provides an ambitious and far-reaching response by governments to dealing with climate change. This is a significant step forward for the world and will […]